SB 763
Creating Public Electrical Savings Act
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Public Electrical Savings Act, amending West Virginia Code §24-2-1 to clarify the Public Service Commission’s (PSC) jurisdiction. Specifically, it addresses the regulation of electric generation facilities, particularly those utilizing solar photovoltaic onsite energy facilities and exempt wholesale generators. The bill also outlines limitations on the PSC’s authority regarding PPAs and municipal power systems, while clarifying that the PSC does not have jurisdiction over internet protocol-enabled services or telephone companies under common ownership.
Key provisions
- Defines the Public Electrical Savings Act and amends relevant code sections.
- Clarifies the PSC’s jurisdiction regarding electric generation facilities, including exemptions for certain generators.
- Establishes caps on the aggregate output of photovoltaic onsite facilities and PPAs to prevent undue influence.
- Limits the PSC’s jurisdiction over municipal power systems’ rates and fees.
- Exempts natural gas producers providing service to fewer than 25 residential customers from commission jurisdiction.
- Specifies conditions for PPAs involving solar photovoltaic onsite facilities, including customer notification and utility response requirements.
- Outlines limitations on public entity PPAs, including cost guarantees and duration.
- Clarifies the PSC’s lack of jurisdiction over internet protocol-enabled services and voice-over internet protocol services.
Who is affected
- Public Service Commission (PSC)
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